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Product Development Manager - Leading Local Skincare Brand

Jakarta Permanent View Job Description
The Product Development Manager is to drive product innovation bu researching about market trends, identifying gaps and overseeing new and existing product development. This role requires a strong passion for beauty, packaging knowledge and English profeciency, working closely with the marketing and product teams to ensure the brand stays ahead in the competitive skincare industry.
  • Working closely with the management team
  • Leadership Opportunity

About Our Client

Our client, one of Indonesia's largest and most well-known local skincare brands, is looking for a Product Development Manager to join their team. This role will be instrumental in shaping the brand's product offerings by identifying market trends, overseeing new and existing product development, and ensuring innovative, high-quality skincare solutions.

Job Description

  • Stay up to date with beauty and skincare trends, consumer preferences, and market movements to identify potential product opportunities.
  • Conduct market research and competitive analysis to determine gaps in the current product lineup.
  • Work closely with the Marketing team to develop product portfolios, define unique selling propositions (USP), and create briefs for point-of-sale materials (POSM).
  • Lead ideation and innovation efforts to ensure the brand remains at the forefront of the skincare industry.
  • Oversee packaging development, ensuring alignment with market trends and brand identity.
  • Provide strategic insights to help maintain a competitive edge in the skincare industry.
  • Manage and mentor Product Development Executives, guiding them in executing product development initiatives successfully

The Successful Applicant

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in product development, market research, or brand management in the beauty or skincare industry.
  • Strong passion for beauty and skincare, with an eye for product trends and innovation.
  • Understanding of packaging development and consumer aesthetics.
  • A strategic thinker with a good sense of taste and creativity in product selection and branding.
  • Ability to analyze market data and translate insights into actionable product strategies.
  • Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams, including marketing, R&D, and packaging.
  • Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken).

What's on Offer

  • Exciting role in a leading local skincare brand with a strong market presence.
  • Opportunity to drive innovation and shape the future of skincare products.
  • Collaborative work environment with passionate beauty industry professionals.
  • Career growth and leadership opportunities in product development.
  • Competitive salary and benefits aligned with experience and expertise.



Contact
Aphrodita Darmadi
Quote job ref
JN-022025-6675850
Phone number
+62 21 2958 8914

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
What is your area of specialisation?
Retail
Location
Jakarta
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Aphrodita Darmadi
Consultant contact
+62 21 2958 8914
Job Reference
JN-022025-6675850

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